How to Complete a Professional Qualification Check

If you have been requested to complete an academic qualification check, you will see a Professional Qualification Check card. This process consists of three steps and requires the following information:

Page 1: Professional Qualification Details

If you do not have a relevant professional qualification or membership, please check "I do not have a relevant professional qualification". Please also specify a reason in the following section.

1. Country

• Select the country where your institution or awarding body is located.

2. Body / Institution Name

• Enter the full name of the institution or awarding body as stated on your document proof.

• If your institution does not appear in the list, select the "Create New" option.

3. Name of qualification

• Enter the name of the membership or qualification as stated on your document proof.

• For example, Doctor or Accounting.

4. Dates of Study

• Enter the start date and the latest date you were enrolled at the institution.

• If you did not complete your studies or are still studying, select the appropriate date accordingly.

• If unsure, refer to your certificate. The end date may be the same as the award date.

5. Membership / License Number

• Provide a membership number if this is stated on your documented proof.

• This field is optional.

6. Level

• Enter the level or type of membership or qualification as stated on your document proof.

• For example, License to practice or Level 1.

• This field is optional.

Page 2: Document Proof

1. Document Proof Type

• Specify the type of document proof you are uploading.

• This may include any form of documentation provided directly by the institution or a screenshot of the register.

• If you do not provide a document, the check may be delayed by 2–4 weeks.

• If possible, we recommend ordering replacement documents in advance to avoid delays.

2. Document Upload

• The document must be a single page.

• Ensure it is not rotated and that the image is clear.

• If you cannot provide a document, specify the reason in the previous section.

Page 3: Dates

1. Dates of Study

• Enter the start date and the latest date you were enrolled at the body/institution.

• If you did not complete your studies or are still studying, select the appropriate date accordingly.

• If unsure, refer to your certificate. The end date of study may be the same as the award date on your certificate or study proof document.

2. Award Date

• Enter the award date as stated on your certificate.

• This may be the same as the end date of your study.